Air Fryer Mushrooms

Name: Air Fryer Mushrooms
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 pound mushrooms; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/3 teaspoon salt; 1/3 teaspoon white pepper; 1/3 teaspoon granulated garlic; 1/3 teaspoon paprika; 1/3 teaspoon dried herbs (basil, thyme, oregano)

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Prep: 5 minutes

Cook: 15 minutes

Total: 20 minutes

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Air Fryer Mushrooms are so much easier and healthier to make than sautéed mushrooms, which takes a lot more effort and uses more oil. Plus there is something satisfying about cooking fungi this way.

A white plate of air fryer mushrooms with lemon slices.

This Air Fryer Mushrooms recipe is the perfect side or topper to any main dish. They have a nice crisp outside, yet are soft and tender on the inside. Mushrooms in the air fryer won’t disappoint. A perfect main dish, enhancer for pasta or a wonderful topper for a beautifully cooked steak.

For more easy and delicious air fryer recipes you’ll love, check out this recipe collection.

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What We Love About Air Fryer Portobello Mushrooms Recipe

Mushrooms or so nutrient dense, when you add the benefit of air frying they really can elevate any dish.

20 Minute Side: With only 5 minutes of prep time and 10-15 minutes of cooking time, this mushroom recipe couldn’t be easier.
Adaptable: Use this recipe as an outline to create you own flavor.
Easy Side Dish: Whether your a mushroom lover or not, this easy vegetable dish will compliment any dish.

Ingredient Notes

Mushrooms: White button mushrooms, portobellos, or baby bella mushrooms for this cooked mushrooms recipe.

Mushrooms, seasonings and oil to cook the dish.

Variations and Substitutions

Other Seasoning – You can use this recipe as a guide and still add your own flavor to it. Add seasonings such as onion powder, fresh herbs like parsley, soy sauce, or Worcestershire sauce for this easy vegetable side dish.
Garlic Parmesan – For garlic parmesan mushrooms in the air fryer, hold the white pepper and paprika, swap in extra garlic powder and parmesan cheese. Garnish with extra parmesan cheese and herbs before serving.

How to Make Mushrooms in the Air Fryer

These are the basic steps for making Air Fryer Mushrooms. Please refer to the printable recipe card below for more detailed instructions. Check out Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest for more.

Seasoning the mushrooms, in a glass bowl, placing the mushrooms in the air fryer and the final cooked mushrooms.

STEP 1: CLEAN AND CUT MUSHROOMS

First, preheat your air fryer to 390F degrees. Then clean mushrooms either by rinsing with water or wiping down with a damp paper towel. Cut each mushrooms into 2-4 slices.

STEP 2: SEASON AND COOK

Transfer sliced mushrooms to a large bowl. To the bowl of sliced mushrooms add salt, white pepper, garlic, paprika, dried herbs, and olive oil. Then mix until evenly coated. Add mushrooms into the basket, spread into an even layer. Cook for 10 minutes.

STEP 3: AIR FRYING MUSHROOMS

About 5 minutes in you will want to shake the air fryer basket to move around the mushrooms or flip the mushrooms. Cook for 5 more minutes. If necessary add for 3 additional minutes. Finally, remove from the air fryer and transfer to a serving bowl.

Prep and Storage Tips for this Easy Air Fryer Mushrooms Recipe

HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE AHEAD OF TIME

Prepare this recipe ahead of time by slicing and seasoning mushrooms. Cover bowl with plastic and store in the fridge for 1-2 days. When you are ready to cook pop them into the air fryer to cook.

HOW TO STORE THIS RECIPE

Store leftover air fryer portobello mushrooms in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

HOW TO FREEZE THIS RECIPE

Freezing is not recommended for this recipe as it will impact the texture of the mushrooms.

HOW TO REHEAT THIS RECIPE

Reheat mushrooms in the air fryer for 3-5 minutes or until hot.

Frequently Asked Questions

DO WE NEED TO BOIL MSUHROOMS BEFORE COOKING?

No, you do not have to pre boil your mushrooms before air frying. For this recipe all you need to do is slice, season, then cook the mushrooms in the air fryer.

CAN THIS RECIPE BE DOUBLED OR HALVED?

This recipe can easily be doubled or halved, just increase or decrease the ingredients. If doubling it is best to split into 2 batches when cooking in the air fryer if you have a small one. Keep the first batch warm by covering with foil.

CAN YOU AIR FRY MUSHROOMS?

You sure can! To make mushrooms in the air fryer all you need is some oil, spices, and 20 minutes.

DOES IT WORK WITH ANY TYPE OF MUSHROOM?

Of course, from cremini mushrooms, oyster mushrooms or portabellas. They all work. Please note that the cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of your mushrooms and desired tenderness.

ARE THESE MUSHROOMS HEALTHY?

This recipe is low carb and gluten-free if you use coconut aminos or tamari. Perfect for keto diets too. Mushrooms such as portabella mushrooms have a nice meaty taste that are great for vegetarian diets.

A top view of the air fryer mushrooms with lemon garnish.

Expert Tips for Making This Recipe

Short Cut: Save time of cutting mushrooms by buying pre-sliced from the grocery store.
Line Air Fryer: To keep your air fryer clean and tidy, line with aluminum foil or an air fryer basket liner.
Fresh: A squeeze of fresh lemon juice will really enhance the flavor of this dish.

What to Serve with Air Fryer Mushrooms

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